Events

Please note that dates are shown as given to us by the event organiser, however, some of the events may be subject to change or cancellation. To avoid disappointment or a wasted journey, you are advised to check with the relevant event organiser before leaving home.

If you are an event organiser and wish to list your forthcoming events on this page, please complete this form.

Nestled in the heart of the Sussex countryside, Ghyll Manor is an elegant 17th Century country house, brimming with character and style.

The traditional oak-beamed building is set in 40 acres of stunning gardens, complete with a lake and summerhouse. Licensed for ceremonies and with function spaces to suit both small, intimate gatherings as well as larger celebrations, the venue can tailor packages to suit individual requirements.

Visit the show to view the venue and gain inspiration from the range of experienced exhibitors.

County Wedding Events proudly announce its Signature Event - one of the largest and best wedding shows ever to be held in Essex and the South East.

There will be a huge number of wedding specialists on hand including bridal boutiques, wedding venues, florists, photographers and many others - all under one roof. In addition there will be fashion shows, demonstration areas and entertainment.

It will be the ultimate wedding shopping experience for Essex couples and those from surrounding counties!

Entry to the show will be FREE. All couples attending on the day will be given a goody bag, including a copy of one of our glossy County Wedding Magazines. every couple attending will have the opportunity to enter a competition to win a luxury honeymoon.

Historic Michelham Priory is set in seven acres of beautiful gardens and boasts the longest water-filled moat in England.

The romantic Elizabethan Great Barn provides a romantic and peaceful setting for your special day. Accessed via a 14th Century Gatehouse and set next to the Tudor Mansion, your day becomes part of Michelham's rich history.

Licensed for ceremonies, the flexible space of the barn and moat terrace allows for small, intimate celebrations as well as larger gatherings.

Visit the show to view the venue and gain inspiration from the range of experienced exhibitors.

Situated in the heart of the idyllic Kent countryside, West Heath is a stunning 18th Century venue, steeped in history and full of original features. The Old House will be yours exclusively for the weekend, allowing you to enjoy the beautiful rooms and gardens at leisure. The bright and airy rooms are classically designed with high ceilings and glorious chandeliers, providing the perfect setting for your wedding.

Visit the show to view the venue and meet with the range of quality local suppliers exhibiting on the day.

11.00 am to 3.00 pm

Free entry, goody bag for all couples and an opportunity to win your dream honeymoon.

County Wedding Events proudly announce its Signature Event - one of the largest and best wedding shows ever to be held in Surrey.

There will be a huge number of wedding specialists on hand including bridal boutiques, wedding venues, florists, photographers and many others - all under one roof. In addition there will be fashion shows, demonstration areas and entertainment.

It will be the ultimate wedding shopping experience for Surrey couples and those from surrounding counties!

Entry to the show will be FREE. All couples attending on the day will be given a goody bag, including a copy of one of our glossy County Wedding Magazines. We offer every couple attending the opportunity to enter a competition to win a luxury honeymoon.

Steeped in history and surrounded by ancient woodlands, Castle Goring has been beautifully restored to offer the ideal wedding location.

The venue has several locations in which to celebrate; the grand State Rooms, the magnificent Ceremonial Hall, a marquee on the South Lawns or an outdoor wedding on the stunning terrace overlooking the lawns, all providing an amazing backdrop to your wedding day.

Visit the show to view the venue and gain inspiration from the range of experienced exhibitors.

Free entry, goody bag for all couples and opportunity to enter a luxury honeymoon prize draw.

Stanmer House is steeped in history. A stunningly restored Grade I Listed country house, nestled in unspoilt parkland and acres of Sussex woodland. The Park is just a short distance from the City of Brighton and Hove.

With award winning catering, a choice of flexible event spaces and licensed for civil ceremonies as well as picturesque gardens for you and your guests, Stanmer House provides the perfect setting for weddings of all sizes and style.

Visit the show to view the venue and gain inspiration from the range of experienced exhibitors.

Following recognition of the demand for a large destination wedding show in Sussex, we have organised the annual Eastbourne Wedding Spectacular every January since 2010.

Now widely recognised as one of the largest two-day shows outside of London, it attracts around 4000 visitors over the weekend, allows plenty of time to visit over 130 exhibitors, and is FREE ENTRY.

After moving to Brighton for January 2018 due to the Eastbourne Theatres refurbishment, we are delighted to announce the EASTBOURNE WEDDING SPECTACULAR is back in Eastbourne with a two-day event on

Saturday 5th & Sunday 6th January 2019.

We will be featuring a large selection of suppliers and venues from across Sussex and beyond, exclusive show offers, and surprises. We are also supporting St Wilfrid's Hospice for the outstanding work they do in our community.

Looking for a quality wedding venue? Beautiful indoor and outdoor wedding ceremony options, stunning function rooms for the perfect wedding party celebrations and superb dining and drinks package options for all weddings.

Come along to the Evening Wedding Showcase when this venue will be fully dressed for you to see. We have invited a small selection of fine wedding suppliers who can assist you and answer any question you might have.

Couples will be very welcome, arrival drinks and canapes throughout the evening. Come and meet the East Sussex National Weddings team who can give you a full tour of the facilities and discuss dates and options.

Come and join us on January 13th for our first open day of 2019! Doors open from 11am to 3pm.

This is a great chance to come and meet some of our wonderful recommended suppliers, including photographers, stylists, florists, caterers and more. We will also show you Selden Barns as it could look on your wedding day, with our ceremony room, lawns and main barn all dressed to impress. There will be some treats to take away and other surprises in store!

Nestled in the South Downs National Park, Selden Barns Wedding Venue is set in an idyllic 50-acre, rural location surrounded by fields, forests and hedgerows. Find us just outside of Worthing, in Patching village, West Sussex.

For further information, or to arrange a personal viewing, please use the contact form, or call the events team on 01903 871742.

Are you planning your wedding and looking for some seasonal inspiration? Then look no further, as we are hosting a Winter Wedding Fair on Sunday 20th January 2019.

With handpicked suppliers including videographers and photographers, wedding stationers, cake makers, musicians and stylists, the event will cover every aspect of a wedding day.

The wedding fair is all about inspiration, so different themes will be on display offering guests a chance to pick up on the latest trends and get an insight into how they could theme their own big day.

There will also be live musical entertainment at the event provided by Toast Functions.

To top the day off, each guest will receive a free goodie bag to take home, filled with useful information and ideas.

The Sussex Wedding Fayre is one of the largest Wedding Events in the South East attracting exhibitors and brides-to-be from West Sussex, East Sussex, Kent, Surrey and South London.

This long running Wedding Fair is held in the large space of the Hawth Theatre Crawley and features many wedding specialists, venues, a bridal fashion catwalk show and wedding entertainers as well as wedding cars. This bridal show is your one-stop wedding planning event all under one roof!

The Wedding Fair for Sussex Brides is considered to be one of the best in the region with popular and varied wedding suppliers in all wedding services in attendance offering brides-to-be and their partners the very best in choice and ideas for that very special wedding day.

40+ exhibitors representing all the possible requirements you could have for your perfect day. Located in the Montogomerie Suite of this prestigious local venue. This is the most popular wedding fair in the area with amazing quality, trusted suppliers.

The Bannatyne wedding events team will also be available to discuss their availability for your wedding day so please do come along and arrange your own private consultation.

Please enjoy a welcome drink on arrival and we have excellent goodie bags available for every couple to take away.

With exquisite private rooms and gorgeous suites, a tranquil outdoor courtyard, heavenly dining and your own dedicated on site wedding co-ordinator, there can be no more fitting a stage as you glide elegantly from ceremony to wedding breakfast and beyond. Come in and view our beautiful function rooms set up for your perfect day, speak to a large number of local wedding suppliers, meet the team and discuss your ideas with us.

Nestled in the heart of the Sussex countryside, Ghyll Manor is an elegant 17th Century country house, brimming with character and style.

The traditional oak-beamed building is set in 40 acres of stunning gardens, complete with a lake and summerhouse. Licensed for ceremonies and with function spaces to suit both small, intimate gatherings as well as larger celebrations, the venue can tailor packages to suit individual requirements.

Visit the show to view the venue and gain inspiration from the range of experienced exhibitors.

Please join us for the lovely New Year Wedding Fair at All Saints Chapel in Eastbourne.

FREE ENTRY - Goodie bags, latest FREE wedding magazines, drinks on arrival and much more to tempt you as you meet a fantastic selection of the finest wedding suppliers all there to help you plan your wedding. There will be fantastic products and services for you to review, samples, demonstrations and you can be sure the chapel will be absolutely full and looking truly beautiful. The chapel team will be available to answer any questions you might have if you are still looking for the perfect wedding venue for you.

County Wedding Events proudly announce its Signature Event - one of the largest and best wedding shows ever to be held in Essex and the South East.

There will be a huge number of wedding specialists on hand including bridal boutiques, wedding venues, florists, photographers and many others - all under one roof. In addition there will be fashion shows, demonstration areas and entertainment.

It will be the ultimate wedding shopping experience for Essex couples and those from surrounding counties!

Entry to the show will be FREE. All couples attending on the day will be given a goody bag, including a copy of one of our glossy County Wedding Magazines. every couple attending will have the opportunity to enter a competition to win a luxury honeymoon.

Old Thorns Manor Hotel, Golf & Country Estate is now the largest wedding venue in the south, set in 400 acres of stunning Hampshire countryside and forming part of the South Downs National Park. It offers the perfect setting for any wedding; from a lavish affair in either of their TWO Ballrooms, to a more intimate gathering in the luxurious ambiance of the Hampshire Suite, or one of their many other delightful suites…

This venue has also been the setting for some of the largest wedding fayres in Hampshire and PMN Wedding Fayres are delighted to return to this amazing venue in February 2019, providing couples with a fantastic opportunity to plan their special day. We’ll we have over 80 of the very best wedding suppliers that Hampshire and the surrounding counties has to offer, with fabulous fashion shows, and much, much more…

Come early to make the most of all the services and products on display, you will be truly amazed by this sensational venue and what we have in store for all of our Wedding Planning Couples. Speak directly to the expert Wedding & Events Team who can also arrange a guided tour with you so that you have the opportunity look around fully and discuss your requirements…

Please check before travelling to any of our wedding fayres, that the event has not been cancelled or postponed for any reason beyond our control

Empirical Events are delighted to announce our New Year 2019 wedding fair at The Ravenswood, the most popular and well attended event in the area at a stunning, impressive country manor house with fantastic accommodation and an ideal wedding venue. The Ravenswood look forward to meeting lots of new couples searching for a special place for their wedding day. This venue has become a very popular choice as it has so much flexibility and the venue and staff are focused on delivering the perfect package of service to make your day as special as it can be.

The Princess Beatrice Suite, The Baronial Hall, The Jacobean, The Restaurant and the stunning grounds will be full of an exciting selection of the finest quality wedding suppliers who look forward to meeting you and sharing samples, offers and some perfect advice for you to help plan your day.

We will have wonderful goodie bags for you, our goodie bags are always filled with gifts and littel extra's as well as a selection of the latest wedding magazines to inspire you.

We are excited to return to Southlands Barn to welcome couples looking for their perfect Barn Wedding Venue. This brand new wedding and events venue is located in the beautiful village of West Chiltington on a working farm with incredible views across the South Downs.

Southlands Barn have a unique proposition and hire the venue to couples on a 3 day hire basis on very competitive terms. The venue comes with an amazing bar adjoining the main barn with a courtyard garden at the rear. Couples can arrange their own catering and wedding guests are able to glamp on the adjoining land.

A verstatile, very pretty, rustic barn which oozes charm and the owners provide a wonderful ambience where everyone is welcome.

We will also be welcoming approximately 20 professional wedding suppliers and we will arrange for the venue to be partially dressed for you to see this barn set for your special occasion.

Join us for drinks, canapes, live music, venue tours and an introduction to just a small handful of some of the very best suppliers in the area.

Historic Michelham Priory is set in seven acres of beautiful gardens and boasts the longest water-filled moat in England.

The romantic Elizabethan Great Barn provides a romantic and peaceful setting for your special day. Accessed via a 14th Century Gatehouse and set next to the Tudor Mansion, your day becomes part of Michelham's rich history.

Licensed for ceremonies, the flexible space of the barn and moat terrace allows for small, intimate celebrations as well as larger gatherings.

Visit the show to view the venue and gain inspiration from the range of experienced exhibitors.

A totally unique opportunity to come along to a bespoke event featuring eight boutiques who are all showcasing the new season, previously unseen collections for Bridal, Bridesmaids and Mother of the Bride. We are having a catwalk built and lit with wonderful music to enjoy throughout the show. The catwalk will start at 7.45pm.

This is not a wedding fair, this event is for the girls...a girls night out! We will be inviting other businesses to support the event including hair stylists to do live demonstrations on the night, Make Up Artists, bridal accessories, activities for the ultimate hen weekends, Hats for Mum, Bridesmaid gifts and much more.

We look forward to seeing you - Tickets are complimentary but we will be holding an optional end of show collection with all proceeds going to a loal charity.

Situated in the heart of the idyllic Kent countryside, West Heath is a stunning 18th Century venue, steeped in history and full of original features. The Old House will be yours exclusively for the weekend, allowing you to enjoy the beautiful rooms and gardens at leisure. The bright and airy rooms are classically designed with high ceilings and glorious chandeliers, providing the perfect setting for your wedding.

Visit the show to view the venue and meet with the range of quality local suppliers exhibiting on the day.

11.00 am to 3.00 pm

Free entry, goody bag for all couples and an opportunity to win your dream honeymoon.

We're excited to bring The Wonderous Wedding Fair to Brighton. A day of creative surprises. Four hours of festival magic, including hand-picked suppliers, street food and the best in trend conscious styleThe vibe of the show is stylish, fun and interactive, with exhibitors showcasing what's hot in the wedding industry right now. Come to meet specialists who supply vintage, alternative, festival and unique services.It's set to be a day full of unique and quirky inspiration with unique suppliers showcasing their products and services. There will be a fashion show in the afternoon and there's an artisan tearoom to enjoy 'a proper brew' whilst taking in live entertainment.Bring your bride tribe or your partner to meet some of the best creative wedding suppliers in the south. Forget those dull, cooperate events, this is not your average wedding fair. Drop in for a workshop created by our wedding specialists. Come along to book suppliers or for a spot of wedding inspiration.VIP brides get exclusive goody bags (limited availability).

County Wedding Events proudly announce its Signature Event - one of the largest and best wedding shows ever to be held in Surrey.

There will be a huge number of wedding specialists on hand including bridal boutiques, wedding venues, florists, photographers and many others - all under one roof. In addition there will be fashion shows, demonstration areas and entertainment.

It will be the ultimate wedding shopping experience for Surrey couples and those from surrounding counties!

Entry to the show will be FREE. All couples attending on the day will be given a goody bag, including a copy of one of our glossy County Wedding Magazines. We offer every couple attending the opportunity to enter a competition to win a luxury honeymoon.

We continue to host Fontwell Park Wedding Fayres in both March & September 2019 ~ located on the main A27 Fontwell Road in West Sussex, the venue is known for its Horse Racing, Events & much more, and is an established Wedding Venue with three fabulous areas for couples to chose from; Fontwell House – The Paddock Marquee – The Premier Suite.

Join us for our Spring 2019 fayre on Sunday 24th March 2019 within the light bright glass airy Premier Suite and see over 50 top local wedding suppliers from all categories, showcasing their businesses & services for all your wedding day needs. And if you’re looking for your ideal wedding venue too, discuss your requirements with their expert Wedding Events Team who can show you around all three facilities!

Please check before travelling to any of our wedding fayres, that the event has not been cancelled or postponed for any reason beyond our control

Empirical Events are delighted to announce our return to the stunning East Sussex National Hotel & Spa. With visiting exhibitors from across East & West Sussex and a stunning catwalk show supported by live music. This is a fabulous event to visit for anyone planning your wedding, at East Sussex National Hotel we accomodate approximately 50 exhibitors who are all chosen based on their quality products, services & reputation.

This is an excellent quality, well attended event. If you are looking for a well located venue with much to offer come and take a tour. If you are getting married elsewhere and would like to be introduced to an amazing selection of trusted wedding suppliers you are also very welcome guests. We have excellent quality goodie bags for all couples planning their wedding.

The Ravenswood Evening Wedding Showcase, what a wonderful evening this always is!

Come along and see The Beatrice Suite fully dressed for a wedding decorated by the incredible Mulberry Events and meet a selection of all the other preferred suppliers who regularly work with The Ravenswood and deliver exceptional service to all couples who choose this fabulous venue. The Baronnial Hall will be dressed for a ceremony as well as the outdoor ceremony area which look quite beautiful.

We will have some live entertainment, samples for you to enjoy and lots of things to take away with you. Please come along with the important people in your wedding party and join us for the evening.

The Ravenswood events team will be available throughout the evening to give you a personal tour, answer any questions you might have and check availability for your preferred date.

Guests are welcome to arrive at any time between 6pm and 9pm and entry to the event is FREE.

Steeped in history and surrounded by ancient woodlands, Castle Goring has been beautifully restored to offer the ideal wedding location.

The venue has several locations in which to celebrate; the grand State Rooms, the magnificent Ceremonial Hall, a marquee on the South Lawns or an outdoor wedding on the stunning terrace overlooking the lawns, all providing an amazing backdrop to your wedding day.

Visit the show to view the venue and gain inspiration from the range of experienced exhibitors.

Free entry, goody bag for all couples and opportunity to enter a luxury honeymoon prize draw.

Stanmer House is steeped in history. A stunningly restored Grade I Listed country house, nestled in unspoilt parkland and acres of Sussex woodland. The Park is just a short distance from the City of Brighton and Hove.

With award winning catering, a choice of flexible event spaces and licensed for civil ceremonies as well as picturesque gardens for you and your guests, Stanmer House provides the perfect setting for weddings of all sizes and style.

Visit the show to view the venue and gain inspiration from the range of experienced exhibitors.

After 5 consecutive years hosting our Annual Grand Brighton Wedding Fayre, 2017 saw the fascia of the Hotel begin its extensive renovation program, meaning it has been ‘under wraps’ for almost two years whilst the work is carried out. Unrecognizable from it’s white cling-film covering, we are delighted to return in the Summer of 2019 to showcase this iconic seafront venue, looking better than ever both inside and out.

The fabulous Empress Suite will be the location where you will see what we consider to be up to 60 of the best wedding suppliers that Hampshire and East & West Sussex have to offer.

The Grand is more than a hotel; this is an institution, an iconic piece of British history, perched contentedly at the centre of one of the most famous seafronts in the world. Grand by nature, welcome to old world luxury, there is nothing boutique here, this is opulent splendour, style and service from another age.

Standing proud on the Brighton promenade, gazing out across the sea, The Grand has an allure all of its own – Victorian splendour, breath-taking sea views, sumptuous service and decadent cuisine. Draw up in a classic car, step out of a horse-drawn carriage, it’s their aim to make every second of your wedding day unforgettable. Whether it’s your ceremony, civil partnership or wedding reception, they will make sure your big day is as memorable, exciting and special as you have always imagined.

Please check before travelling to any of our wedding fayres, that the event has not been cancelled or postponed for any reason beyond our control

The Sussex Wedding Fayre is one of the longest established Wedding Fairs in Southern England!

The Main Auditorium and adjoining Lobby/Restaurant are crammed with many interesting wedding suppliers including Venues and Entertainers, and this wedding show features a large cat walk fashion show which ofen includes music, dancing and entertainment.

Crawley's Premier Wedding Show at the Hawth Theatre Crawley is FREE for pre-registered wedding partners and not to be missed!.

Old Thorns Manor Hotel, Golf & Country Estate is now the largest wedding venue in the south, set in 400 acres of stunning Hampshire countryside and forming part of the South Downs National Park. It offers the perfect setting for any wedding; from a lavish affair in either of their TWO Ballrooms, to a more intimate gathering in the luxurious ambiance of the Hampshire Suite, or one of their many other delightful suites…

This venue has also been the setting for some of the largest wedding fayres in Hampshire and PMN Wedding Fayres are delighted to return to this amazing venue fpr the second time this year, in October 2019, providing couples with a fantastic opportunity to plan their special day. We’ll we have over 80 of the very best wedding suppliers that Hampshire and the surrounding counties has to offer, with fabulous fashion shows, and much, much more…

Come early to make the most of all the services and products on display, you will be truly amazed by this sensational venue and what we have in store for all of our Wedding Planning Couples. Speak directly to the expert Wedding & Events Team who can also arrange a guided tour with you so that you have the opportunity look around fully and discuss your requirements…

Please check before travelling to any of our wedding fayres, that the event has not been cancelled or postponed for any reason beyond our control

One of the biggest and best Wedding Fayres in the South East and located at this popular and well known venue.

Features a wide range of Exhibitors including Wedding Reception Venues and Entertainers. Bridal and menswear fashion, caterers, wedding cars, cake makers, photographers and much much more!

Excellent Café on site, Free Parking avalable and lots to see at this excellent and popular event.

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